Toll Roads and Bridges: Where do our toll dollars go? 

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Have you ever wondered why you have to pay a toll to drive on some roads? More importantly, where do those toll dollars even go? Traveling on toll roads and bridges is often considered more convenient because these routes are regularly maintained…

Current Market Trends in the Construction Industry

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Young people have always been told that earning a four-year college degree is the only way to get a high paying job and achieve success. But the narrative is changing; college enrollment rates are dropping, while trade/vocational school enrollment…
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The Francis Scott Key Baltimore Bridge Collapse Tragedy: A Devastating Collision and Its Aftermath

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This is an ongoing story and we'll update as facts come out about the story. In the predawn hours of a fateful Tuesday morning, the city of Baltimore was thrust into turmoil as a colossal container ship, adrift and powerless, careened towards…

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $817M in Road Safety Grants

The United States is currently experiencing an infrastructure crisis. Last year, nearly 43,000 people died in crashes on American roads and streets, many of which were caused by insufficient or inaccurate signage and a lack of pedestrian sidewalks…

How The Bridge Industry Can Beat Inflation

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Over the past few years, inflation has increased the price of everyday essentials and almost everything used in the bridge and building sectors. The skyrocketing prices shocked many manufacturers, resulting in cold feet and desperate attempts…

U.S. Bridge Still Standing After Hurricane Fiona

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Just two days before the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Maria, Hurricane Fiona struck Puerto Rico's southwest coast. Floodwaters rose swiftly, forcing evacuation and rescues across the island. The rushing water swallowed cars, flooded houses,…

U.S. Bridge is Ready to Respond to Yellowstone Flooding

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The recent events pertaining to the Yellowstone flooding have left all of us heartbroken. The devastating flooding that took place last month is the result of an extreme onset of spring rains combined with melting snow rushing down the Montana…
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Celebrating Women in Construction Week

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Although it’s often viewed as a male-dominated industry, the number of women in construction continues to rise. This is due to the fact that the industry offers women a smaller gender pay gap and more opportunities for advancement.  In…

Technology in the Construction Industry: AI & Data

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When thinking about technology in the construction industry, it's easy to picture electric vehicles, pneumatic drills, and other technological advancements in equipment. However, one area that often gets overlooked is the increasing use of computers…

President Biden Signs 1.2 Trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

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On August 10th the Senate passed a $1 trillion infrastructure bill intended to invest into America's economy and roadways. The approval on the 2, 702-page bill came after months of negotiations and deficit concerns. This past Monday, President…

Careers in Construction Month

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All October long, organizations such as NCCER and BYF raise awareness about the diverse career opportunities in the construction industry. This event is called Careers in Construction Month and it takes place every year to help organizations…

World Architecture Day 2021

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Not many people would think of architecture as a vital part of society but it is! It changes the world we live in so many ways. And that's why it has its own day of celebration. Architecture Day is about recognizing its importance and the work…

A Globally Booming Bridge Construction Market

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With the sudden outburst of COVID-19 last year, many individuals were concerned about how it would affect the economy. Despite the negative effects of the pandemic, studies indicate a steady rise in the global bridge construction market. Here's…
Best and Worst Bridge Infrastructure

States with Best and Worst Road and Bridge Infrastructure

One of the most important components of every state government is its commitment to road and bridge infrastructure. The road and bridge infrastructure keeps this vast country connected and allows trade routes to boost our economy But not…
ISO 9001:2015 Certification

U.S. Bridge Receives ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Quality Management System

The scope of U.S. Bridge's ISO 9001:2015 Certification includes the engineering, Material Procurement, and Fabrication of Steel Bridges, Structural Steel Railing, and Miscellaneous Steel Products. CAMBRIDGE, Ohio — Jan. 28, 2021 — U.S.…
Effects of COVID-19 on Construction

The Effects of COVID-19 on Bridge Construction

The outbreak of COVID-19 has affected various industries all around the world. The effects of COVID-19 have especially left an impact on the construction industry. Some of these effects of COVID-19 are temporary, but others are permanent…
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U.S. Transportation Infrastructure Lacks Critical Funding

Drivers in America drove over 3.2 trillion miles in 2018 — an average of some 14,000 miles per licensed driver. But much of these travels are along a U.S. transportation infrastructure that is quickly deteriorating and needs federal funding.…
Bridge Inspection Market expected to Quadruple by 2029

Bridge Inspection Market Expected to Quadruple by 2029

One in nine bridges in the United States is structurally deficient, with an average age of 42 years old. The increase in structurally deficient bridges is giving way to development in the bridge inspection market. Sooner or later, these structures…

Coronavirus Impacts U.S. Construction Industry and Supply Chain

The construction industry has entered 2020 with many unpredictabilities. Things such as labor shortages are contributing to uncertainties in U.S. commercial building. In addition, the recent coronavirus outbreak is causing ruckus all over the…
2020 roadmap for construction

Construction Outlook: 2020 Roadmap for the Industry

The new year has begun and the construction industry has a lot in store. In addition to setting new goals, we can celebrate the accomplishments of the previous year. Looking into 2020, the construction industry roadmap involves growth in all…